better handling
 

i am looking to make my 2010 fit's handling a little more responsive. whats the best option for a moderate budget? as in shocks/ x bars / etc.

First, I would start out with better brakes and tires. Then I'd look into getting coilovers.

i lowered my car. it felt better. i changed my tires. it was a whole new world. so, if you haven't changed your tires to something a bit wider (205s), you might want to give it a shot.

what are some names of good brakes/tires to buy that will fit?

Brembo/Hawk/Motul/Goodridge for the brake setup and even if you don't go wider just get some slightly stickier all seasons.

Or go all out and get some Direzza Star Specs.

dont bother with your brakes unless you get into racing on the track.

also, get a rear swaybar if your fit wasnt equipped with one

those direzzas look appealing...i will strongly think about it. and solbrothers, what is the benefit of a swaybar? to stop the body twisting? and how will that effect handling?

Swift Springs: My girlfriend didn't know about them and commented, "You're really good at taking corners fast"....Me: "I know"

Lowering springs do nothing.

Don't bother unless your butt g-meter is all that matters.

im going to go with a swaybar and then save up for those tires, thanks for the help!

My butt G-meter and: Swift Springs USA

I'm not saying it's alot, but it helps.

what springs should i get from that company that would work with the fit? i dont know much of anything about suspension

It won't make much of a difference no matter the spring.

However, Swift will be the best quality. They make some of the best springs on the planet.

i am willing to spend the extra money if it means getting better quality. but i am in a lack of money so ill have to "ball on a budget" for a while as i save up.

Good tires and some negative camber (camber bolts+alignment) up front will make the most improvement for the money.

Swift Mach Sport Springs...or you can search Swift on the forum and get lots of info. Again it's not a huge difference maker, but if you're on a budget...

Tires, springs, and a sway bar for the rear. I've heard front strut bars help a bit more, but I dont know much about them or if they're worth the money. Still an option.
Good luck!

The Fit in stock form is actually quite responsive. I would get plenty of seat time behind the wheel out on track and push the stock car to its or your limits and then go from there. If you are not pushing the car to the fullest of your abilities, no reason to change anything till you do and then the car is limiting what you can do.

Especially as you said you will be balling on a budget, go pay for some track time and push the car like there is no tomorrow or push yourself to see if you can outdo the stock capabilities. The stock tires are not going to do much on track, but I bet you will learn much about the vehicles characteristics and not have mistakes being covered by much stickier tires. ;)

Whichever route you decide to go, just have fun with it.

Yup, I agree with 555sexydrive, get used to the car first. Most mods don't even come into play for their intended purpose, either through driving habits, driving skills or environment driven in. Big money-saver when you're on a budget. :)

Unless you are planning on a lot of illegal street racing really do not need any upgrades. Like how often are you going to be driving to the limit on public roads? Not long I hope.

I have Swifts and C piller bar. The Swifts for looks and the bar for coat hanger